Charity Navigator’s annual Metro Market Study examines charities in 30 U.S. cities based on a number of factors including growth, funding, assets, efficiency and ethical best practices. In terms of its Financial Health and Accountability & Transparency, San Diego’s charitable sector moved up from the #19 spot in last year’s study to the #1 spot this year.

The other top markets are:
#2 Houston
#3 Kansas City
#4 Cincinnati
#5 San Francisco